Traveling from Ethete to Jackson covers 151.4 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes. This straightforward journey across Wyoming’s Mountain West region is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. You will spend the vast majority of your time on US 26, US 287, and North Highway 89, which account for 94% of the total distance. Budgeting roughly $24 for fuel should keep you well-covered for the trip. Since the drive is manageable in one go, it offers a great balance of efficiency and accessibility for those looking to traverse this part of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.7 miles from Ethete, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 26 / US 287
53.2 mi
1h
US 26
43.1 mi
47m
North Highway 89
29.3 mi
40m
US 287
16.9 mi
25m
Ethete Road
5.6 mi
9m
East Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi
2m
North Cache Street
0.8 mi
2m
Saint Michael Circle
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 26 / US 287
— 53.2 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ethete, WY and Jackson, WY.
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Start on Saint Michael Circle
441 ft·20 sec·Saint Michael Circle
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Continue on Saint Michael Circle
234 ft·12 sec·Saint Michael Circle
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Turn right onto WY 132
364 ft·12 sec·Blue Sky Highway
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Turn left onto Ethete Road
5.6 mi·9 min·Ethete Road
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Turn right onto US 287
17 mi·25 min·US 287
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At end of road, turn left onto US 26; US 287
43 mi·47 min·US 26; US 287
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Turn left onto US 26; US 287
2.2 mi·2 min·East Ramshorn Street
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Continue on US 26; US 287
53 mi·1 hr·US 26 / US 287
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Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
23 mi·32 min·North Highway 89
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Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191
97 ft·5 sec·North Highway 89
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Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
6.0 mi·8 min·North Highway 89
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Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
0.8 mi·2 min·North Cache Street
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Arrive at destination
US 26; US 89; US 191
Trip Plan
When planning your departure, aim to hit the road early to take full advantage of the daylight hours and keep your schedule flexible. Since you only have one planned stop along the way, consider using that time to refuel and stretch your legs, as the 151.4-mile trek is long enough to warrant a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 53.2-mile stretch on US 26/US 287, as this is your longest period away from major services. Because the entire route is highway-dominant, you will find it easy to manage your arrival time in Jackson with precision. Use the $24 fuel estimate as a baseline for your travel budget, but always keep a little extra set aside for local driving once you arrive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.7 miles from Ethete, WY, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 33 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ethete, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ethete, WY
This is one driving day of about 151.4 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Ethete, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 26 / US 287 for about 53.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 144.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|WY 132 / Blue Sky Highway
Turn right onto WY 132 / Blue Sky Highway
Navigation decision point
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Ethete Road
Turn left onto Ethete Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.8 mi into trip|~10m in|US 287
Turn right onto US 287
Navigation decision point
4
22.7 mi into trip|~35m in|US 26; US 287
At end of road, turn left onto US 26; US 287
Navigation decision point
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144.5 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.99 one way
$47.98 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$25.15
$50.30
premium
$4.53
$27.01
$54.02
diesel
$5.61
$33.43
$66.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.4
0
$15.90
$7.27
Efficient EV
37.9
0
$13.25
$6.06
EV Truck/SUV
60.6
0
$21.20
$9.69
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Ethete, WY
Late night
in Ethete on Tuesday
Local time
2:57 AM
MDT
Current temp
27°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jackson, WY
Late night
in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
2:57 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
23°F
Dubois, WY
76 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Grand Teton National Park
National Park
Soaring over a landscape rich with wildlife, pristine lakes, and majestic alpine vistas, the Teton Range stands as a testament to generations of stewards. For over 11,000 years, communities have thriv...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
$35
near mile 130.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive that emphasizes steady cruising over technical maneuvering. You will spend most of your time on primary routes, with the longest uninterrupted stretch reaching 53.2 miles on US 26 and US 287. Because the road is composed of high-speed highway segments, you can maintain a consistent pace for nearly the entire duration of the trip. The transition between these major roads feels fluid, allowing you to settle into a rhythm behind the wheel. It is a functional, reliable route that prioritizes getting you from Ethete to your destination in Jackson without unnecessary complications or complex detours.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.2 mi on US 26 / US 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 26 / US 287 and US 26. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WY 132 / Blue Sky Highway.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ethete, WY to Jackson, WY is easy. At 3h 9m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WY 132 / Blue Sky Highway): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ethete Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (US 287): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 151.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 53.2 miles on US 26 / US 287. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WY can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WY 132 / Blue Sky Highway): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ethete Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (US 287): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Grand Teton National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Jackson, WY, but most travelers stay overnight.
